How To Fix DS_ENH038 - Signature process was successfully completed in draft mode by user &1

DS_ENH038 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DS_ENH - DS Enhancement: Enhancements for Runtime

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Signature process was successfully completed in draft mode by user &1

What causes this issue?

The user has successfully completed the signature process. The signature
object is now approved and saved in the draft table.

System Response

The application can now move data from the draft tables to the digital
signature main tables using the draft signature key.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

DS_ENH038 - Details

• The SAP error message DS_ENH038 indicates that a signature process was completed successfully in draft mode by a specific user. This message typically arises in the context of document management or workflow processes within SAP, particularly when dealing with digital signatures or approvals.
  
  Cause:
  
  Draft Mode Completion: The message suggests that the signature process was completed, but it was done in draft mode. This means that while the action was technically successful, it may not have been finalized or officially recorded in the system.
  User Permissions: The user who completed the signature process may have the necessary permissions to perform actions in draft mode but may not have the permissions to finalize the document or process.
  Workflow Configuration: The workflow or process configuration may be set to allow signatures in draft mode, which could lead to this message being generated.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Finalize the Document: If the intention was to complete the signature process fully, the user